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What is the primary function of osteoclasts during bone remodeling?
What type of bone replaces the callus during the bone remodeling process?
Which of the following is a key function of spongy bone?
What is the primary function of compact bone?
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How does parathyroid hormone (PTH) affect osteoclasts?
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What is the primary function of calcitonin?
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What is the main function of osteoclasts in the bone remodelling process?
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Which type of bone tissue has a porous, spongy appearance with a network of interconnected spaces?
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What is the primary function of osteocytes in the bone tissue?
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Which type of bone tissue has a dense, solid structure with minimal open spaces?
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What is the primary role of osteoblasts in the bone remodelling process?
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What is the process of removing old bone and adding new bone called?
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In which type of bone tissue are collagen fibers randomly oriented in many directions?
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What are the interconnecting rods or plates of bone in spongy bone tissue called?
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Which type of environment do osteoclasts create for the breakdown of bone matrix?
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How is Lamellar bone classified based on its organization?
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What is characteristic of compact bone structure in terms of blood supply?
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Study Notes
Osteoclasts and Bone Remodeling
- Osteoclasts play a crucial role in the remodeling process by resorbing (breaking down) old bone tissue.
- They create an acidic environment that dissolves minerals and breaks down collagen in the bone matrix.
Types of Bone Involved in Remodeling
- The callus, formed after a fracture, is initially replaced by woven bone during the remodeling process.
- Spongy bone, also known as cancellous bone, has a porous, spongy appearance, containing a network of interconnected spaces.
Functions of Bone Types
- Spongy bone provides structural support and houses bone marrow, playing a role in the production of blood cells.
- Compact bone, characterized by its dense and solid structure with minimal open spaces, provides strength and stability to the skeleton.
Hormonal Regulation of Bone Remodeling
- Parathyroid hormone (PTH) stimulates osteoclast activity, increasing calcium release from the bones into the bloodstream.
- Calcitonin functions to inhibit osteoclast activity, thereby lowering blood calcium levels by promoting bone formation.
Other Key Functions and Structures
- Osteocytes maintain bone tissue and act as mechanosensors to help regulate bone remodeling based on mechanical stress.
- Osteoblasts are responsible for bone formation by synthesizing new bone matrix and facilitating mineralization.
- Bone remodeling, which involves the removal of old bone and addition of new bone, is a continuous process that renews bone structure.
Bone Tissue Organization
- Lamellar bone is classified based on its organization into layers or sheets, enhancing its structural integrity.
- Collagen fibers in woven bone are oriented randomly, providing less strength compared to lamellar bone.
Spongy Bone Architecture
- The interconnecting rods or plates in spongy bone tissue are called trabeculae, contributing to its lightweight yet strong nature.
- Compact bone features a well-vascularized structure that allows efficient nutrient and waste exchange through a network of blood vessels.
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Description
Learn about the multistep process of osteoclasts in bone resorption and the classification of bone tissue as either woven or lamellar based on collagen fiber organization. Explore how osteoclasts access the bone matrix, create a sealed compartment for reabsorption, function in an acidic environment, and more.
